Error Spotting • Grammar-based error identification
Error Spotting: Full-Length Notes Topic: Grammar-Based Error Identification 1. What is Error Spotting? Error spotting is the process of identifying and correcting grammatical, structural, or usage errors in a sentence or passage. It is a common exercise in competitive exams (like SSC, Bank, UPSC, etc.) and tests your command of English grammar and language 1 2 5 . Candidates are usually presented with a sentence divided into parts; they must identify which part contains the error. 2. Why is Error Spotting Important? Tests grammatical accuracy and understanding Assesses attention to detail Improves sentence structure and clarity Vital for scoring in verbal ability sections of exams 3. Structure of Error Spotting Questions A sentence is divided into 3–5 parts (A/B/C/D or 1/2/3/4). One part contains a grammatical or usage error. Sometimes, there may be “No error.” You must identify the incorrect part or state if the sentence is correct 1 2 5 . Example: He don’t / like go...